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The Untold Civil War

By Eric
November 4, 2022 0

The Untold Civil War

The Civil War was a transformative period in American history and its 150th anniversary is a perfect opportunity to revisit and discover new facets of this seemingly well-known slice of history. The Untold Civil War explores overlooked elements such as the role of weather, health, and high emotions, the world-changing effect of the rise of female workers, and the many “firsts” that introduced standard time, pre-sized clothing, canned goods, toilets, and Santa Claus to the world.

This book is dramatically illustrated with archival images and objects and compelling contemporary photography, adding a new dimension to our understanding of the Civil War and is a must-have for anyone with an interest in American history. From precious personal mementos to forgotten battle sites and newly recovered glass-plate negatives that reveal long-obscured photographic details, The Untold Civil War delivers a surprise on every page.

The book is divided into six thematic chapters, such as “Characters,” “Connections,” and “A War of Firsts,” each of which presents a short introductory essay followed by approximately 30 self-contained stories. These stories detail surprising, little-known, and fresh aspects of the war and contextualize both large and small themes, painting a fascinating portrait of our national character and showcasing the enduring impact of the Civil War.

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Format: Hardcover, 352 Pages

Published: 2011

Condition: Used

Map Civil War 1974

By Eric
December 29, 2020 0

Map Civil War 1974

Side 1 – Battlefields of The Civil War

Side 2 – Cockpit of The Civil War

The Civil War

By Eric
June 25, 2020 0

The Civil War

By: Robert Paul Jordan

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Format: Hardcover, 215 Pages

Published: 1969

Condition: Used (May not contain dust cover)

Comments: Included map when originally published. (May not be included)

50 States 5000 Ideas

By Eric
December 2, 2021 0

National Geographic 50 States 5000 Ideas

This richly illustrated book from the travel experts at National Geographic showcases the best travel experiences in every state, from the obvious to the unexpected. Sites include national parks, beaches, hotels, Civil War battlefields, dude ranches, out-of-the-way museums, and more. You’ll discover the world’s longest yard sale in Tennessee, swamp tours in Louisiana, dinosaur trails in Colorado, America’s oldest street in NYC, and the best spot to watch for sea otters on the central California coast. Each entry provides detailed travel information as well as fascinating facts about each state that will help fuel your wanderlust and ensure the best vacation possible. In addition to 50 states in the U.S., the book includes a section on the Canadian provinces and territories.

Details:

Format: Paperback, 288 Pages

Published: 2017

ISBN: 9781426216909

Condition: Used

Harriet Tubman, Secret Agent

By Eric
May 28, 2021 0

Harriet Tubman, Secret Agent: How Daring Slaves and Free Blacks Spied for the Union During the Civil War

Thomas B. Allen’s follow-up to the multi-award-winning George Washington, Spymaster is now available in paperback. This compelling biography tells the amazing tale of Harriet Tubman using details uncovered from military and intelligence archives, diaries and little-known memoirs from ex-slaves. In a compelling narrative, surprising new facts about Harriet’s story are brought to light: readers discover that the ex-slave who led hundreds to freedom along the Underground Railroad was also a spy for the Union Army!Harriet Tubman, Secret Agent brings readers deep into the undercover world of African-American spies―enslaved and liberated―risking everything in the name of freedom. How were the Underground Railroad and slave songs used to pass secret messages? What were “contrabands” and “black dispatches?” What did Harriet share with the Secret Six and a maidservant in the home of Confederate President Jefferson Davis? The answers are revealed as history’s irresistible plot unfolds.This detailed account of one of America’s most fascinating figures provides an authoritative source for paper writers and research students. Thomas B. Allen’s narrative is augmented with attractive woodcuts by Carla Bauer, archival photographs, artwork, and maps. The time line of events, references to Web sites, footnotes with extensive source listings, and comprehensive index make Allen’s biography an invaluable addition to every public and school library.National Geographic supports K-12 educators with ELA Common Core Resources.

Details:

Format: Hardcover, 192 Pages

Published: 2008

Condition: Used (May not contain dust cover)

Africa’s Lost Eden

By Eric
March 2, 2021 0

Africa’s Lost Eden

It was once known as ‘the place where Noah left his Ark’: 1,500 square miles of lush floodplains in central Mozambique, packed with wild animals. But 15 years of civil war has taken a heavy toll — and many species have been almost completely wiped out.

Journey with National Geographic to Mozambique’s Gorongosa National Park and discover what is being done to bring this African oasis back to its former glory — including perhaps the most ambitious restoration effort ever attempted, with elephants, hippos and scores of zebra, wildebeest, impala and buffalo being relocated into the park.

Details:

  • Year: 2009
  • Format: DVD
  • Length: 40 Minutes
  • Condition: New
  • Screen Format: Widescreen